Hillsborough County Public Schools Lithium Forklifts ITB 25562-ITB-EST
Hillsborough County School DistrictSchool · Tampa, FL- Due
- Dec 8, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
Hillsborough County Public Schools is soliciting bids for the procurement of new lithium battery-powered forklifts with a minimum 5,000 lb capacity and 14-inch gradient clearance. Bids are due electronically by December 8, 2025.
Forklifts, Lithium battery charger, Safety features, Technical service support, Training
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
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Summary
Hillsborough County Public Schools is soliciting bids for the procurement of new lithium battery-powered forklifts with a minimum 5,000 lb capacity and 14-inch gradient clearance. Bids are due electronically by December 8, 2025.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Forklifts
- Lithium battery charger
- Safety features
- Technical service support
- Training
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
24- Contact Information & Certification
- Required Submittals Checklist
- Bidder Instructions
- Minimum Qualifications
- Price Sheet
- General Terms and Conditions
- Insurance Requirements
- Small Business Encouragement Program
- SBE registration certificate
- SBE Letter of Intent
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure
- Debarment Certification
- Truth and Accuracy Statement
- Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment Certification
- Scrutinized Company Certification
- Drug-Free Workplace Certification
- Business References
- Statement of Qualifications
- E-Verify
- Subcontractor list
- Proof of Insurance
- Licenses/Permits/Business Tax
- Authorization To Do Business In The State of Florida
- Experience documentation
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- www.myvendorlink.com
- Duration
- 6 months
- Scope location
- Tampa, FL
- Reported agency
- Hillsborough County Public Schools
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from Hillsborough County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 8, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.myvendorlink.com.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including Hillsborough County School District in FL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the ITB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Director, technical architect, project manager. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Forklifts, Lithium battery charger, Safety features, Technical service support, Training. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hillsborough County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Hillsborough County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Hillsborough County School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this ITB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Contact Information & Certification, Required Submittals Checklist, Bidder Instructions, Minimum Qualifications, Price Sheet, General Terms and Conditions, Insurance Requirements, Small Business Encou. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Hillsborough County School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tampa, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.